Baritone Eric McKeever's 2024-2025 season includes his debut with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Dante in the world premiere of Laura Kaminsky/David Cote's "Lucidity" with On Site Opera and Seattle Opera (debut), his role debut as Sir Joseph (HMS Pinafore) with Nashville Opera, Talbot in Opera Baltimore's "Maria Stuarda," a gala concert celebrating Indianapolis Opera's 50th Anniversary, and his role and house debut as Alidoro in "La Cenerentola" with Fort Worth Opera.
Maria Stuarda tells the dramatic story of the intense rivalry between Mary, Queen of Scots, and Queen Elizabeth I of England. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal animosity, the opera explores themes of power, jealousy, and tragedy. Lehnea will be performing the role of Elisabetta.
In celebration of 50 years of championing the vocal arts, Indianapolis Opera presents a thrilling legacy gala concert at the historic Hilbert Circle Theater in collaboration with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for the first time in 20 seasons. This once-in-a-lifetime event will showcase returning opera stars and world-renowned alumni from IO’s many decades of artistry in the heart of Indiana, alongside members of the Indianapolis Opera Chorus, in a special evening presentation of opera favorites and classic lyric theater hits. Join us in celebrating a 50-year legacy of sharing this timeless art form, the strength of the human voice, and the healing power of music with the vibrant community of central Indiana!
Cinderella with a twist! The classic opera La Cenerentola tells a story of empowerment and virtue against the backdrop of the classic Cinderella narrative.
In this version, we follow the kind-hearted Cenerentola who lives as a maid under the harsh rule of her cruel stepsisters, Clorinda and Tisbe, and scheming stepfather Don Magnifico. Fate intervenes when she encounters Prince Ramiro, disguised as a servant. Captivated by her innate goodness, the Prince’s heart is won over by her gentle spirit.
Through clever disguises and hilarious scenes, the characters go on a journey that highlights the triumph of kindness and forgiveness over adversity. La Cenerentola is a magical experience, perfect for the whole family, blending romance and comedy in a spellbinding performance.
With its elaborate sets, exquisite costumes, and the full accompaniment of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, this production promises to enchant audiences of all ages, leaving them with a heartwarming message and a touch of magic.
H.M.S. Pinafore was the show that began it all for G&S. Sullivan’s beautiful music paired with the clever wordplay of Gilbert produced many classics of the music theatre stage, but none more audience pleasing than this early collaboration. Nowadays, the very mention of the names Gilbert and Sullivan evoke the memory of such shows as The Pirates of Penzance, The Mikado, and Iolanthe. But it all started here!
With all the topsy-turvy storytelling and wordplay you can handle, this high-seas operetta is all high-jinks and good times for the whole family!
American operatic baritone Eric McKeever has won consistent praise for his voice of “power and brilliance” (Chicago Tribune) and “considerable flexibility and a communicative presence enhanced by expressive, crystalline diction.” (Opera News)
Eric’s 2024-2025 season includes performing The Pirate King in Opera Project Columbus’ The Pirates of Penzance, joining the Memphis Symphony Orchestra in partnership with Opera Memphis as a soloist in Amadeus: The Music and the Myth, returning to On Site Opera as Dante for the world premiere of Laura Kaminsky’s Lucidity. He will reprise the role of Dante in his debut with Seattle Opera. 2025 brings a return to Nashville Opera as Sir Joseph in HMS Pinafore, making a role debut as Talbot in Opera Baltimore’s Maria Stuarda, appearing as a soloist for Indianapolis Opera’s 50th Anniversary Gala, and making his debut with Ft. Worth Opera as Alidoro (La cenerentola.)
Last season he reprised his Monterone (while covering Rigoletto) with Opera Delaware and Opera Baltimore. He also made his Princeton Symphony debut in Mozart’s Requiem, returned to Opera Columbus as Papa (Papageno) in a re-imagined take on Mozart’s Magic Flute, entitled The Temple, and made his Opera Memphis debut as Schaunard in La bohème.
Baritone Eric McKeever's 2024-2025 season includes his debut with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Dante in the world premiere of Laura Kaminsky/David Cote's "Lucidity" with On Site Opera and Seattle Opera (debut), his role debut as Sir Joseph (HMS Pinafore) with Nashville Opera, Talbot in Opera Baltimore's "Maria Stuarda," a gala concert celebrating Indianapolis Opera's 50th Anniversary, and his role and house debut as Alidoro in "La Cenerentola" with Fort Worth Opera.
Maria Stuarda tells the dramatic story of the intense rivalry between Mary, Queen of Scots, and Queen Elizabeth I of England. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal animosity, the opera explores themes of power, jealousy, and tragedy. Lehnea will be performing the role of Elisabetta.
In celebration of 50 years of championing the vocal arts, Indianapolis Opera presents a thrilling legacy gala concert at the historic Hilbert Circle Theater in collaboration with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for the first time in 20 seasons. This once-in-a-lifetime event will showcase returning opera stars and world-renowned alumni from IO’s many decades of artistry in the heart of Indiana, alongside members of the Indianapolis Opera Chorus, in a special evening presentation of opera favorites and classic lyric theater hits. Join us in celebrating a 50-year legacy of sharing this timeless art form, the strength of the human voice, and the healing power of music with the vibrant community of central Indiana!
Cinderella with a twist! The classic opera La Cenerentola tells a story of empowerment and virtue against the backdrop of the classic Cinderella narrative.
In this version, we follow the kind-hearted Cenerentola who lives as a maid under the harsh rule of her cruel stepsisters, Clorinda and Tisbe, and scheming stepfather Don Magnifico. Fate intervenes when she encounters Prince Ramiro, disguised as a servant. Captivated by her innate goodness, the Prince’s heart is won over by her gentle spirit.
Through clever disguises and hilarious scenes, the characters go on a journey that highlights the triumph of kindness and forgiveness over adversity. La Cenerentola is a magical experience, perfect for the whole family, blending romance and comedy in a spellbinding performance.
With its elaborate sets, exquisite costumes, and the full accompaniment of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, this production promises to enchant audiences of all ages, leaving them with a heartwarming message and a touch of magic.
H.M.S. Pinafore was the show that began it all for G&S. Sullivan’s beautiful music paired with the clever wordplay of Gilbert produced many classics of the music theatre stage, but none more audience pleasing than this early collaboration. Nowadays, the very mention of the names Gilbert and Sullivan evoke the memory of such shows as The Pirates of Penzance, The Mikado, and Iolanthe. But it all started here!
With all the topsy-turvy storytelling and wordplay you can handle, this high-seas operetta is all high-jinks and good times for the whole family!
American operatic baritone Eric McKeever has won consistent praise for his voice of “power and brilliance” (Chicago Tribune) and “considerable flexibility and a communicative presence enhanced by expressive, crystalline diction.” (Opera News)
Eric’s 2024-2025 season includes performing The Pirate King in Opera Project Columbus’ The Pirates of Penzance, joining the Memphis Symphony Orchestra in partnership with Opera Memphis as a soloist in Amadeus: The Music and the Myth, returning to On Site Opera as Dante for the world premiere of Laura Kaminsky’s Lucidity. He will reprise the role of Dante in his debut with Seattle Opera. 2025 brings a return to Nashville Opera as Sir Joseph in HMS Pinafore, making a role debut as Talbot in Opera Baltimore’s Maria Stuarda, appearing as a soloist for Indianapolis Opera’s 50th Anniversary Gala, and making his debut with Ft. Worth Opera as Alidoro (La cenerentola.)
Last season he reprised his Monterone (while covering Rigoletto) with Opera Delaware and Opera Baltimore. He also made his Princeton Symphony debut in Mozart’s Requiem, returned to Opera Columbus as Papa (Papageno) in a re-imagined take on Mozart’s Magic Flute, entitled The Temple, and made his Opera Memphis debut as Schaunard in La bohème.
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